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CELL WALL

https://sciencing.com/cell-wall-definition-structure-function-with-diagram-13717284.html

What is a cell wall? Cell wall is a solid layer surrounding the cell and the cell membrane  Found in bacteria, archaea, fungi, plants and algae

Functions of cell wall:

 Provide rigidity to the cell for structural and mechanical support  Maintain cell shape  Prevents expansion when water enters the cell  Protects against pathogens  Provides a storage area for carbohydrates

https://micro.magnet.fsu.edu/cells/plants/cellwall.html

Cell Wall Construction

 The cell wall in plants is mostly constructed of a carbohydrate called cellulose (sugar)  The cell wall is located outside the plasma membrane  Bacteria have cell walls containing peptidoglycan  Fungi have cell walls although they are mainly made up of chitin...